How much is the train ticket from Erfurt to Berlin?

The cheapest train tickets from Erfurt to Berlin start from R 197. The average price for this train route is around R 522. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Erfurt to Berlin?

The average train journey time from Erfurt to Berlin is 1h 44m, covering a distance of 236 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 36m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators serve the Erfurt to Berlin route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 19 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE , FlixTrain , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Erfurt to Berlin?

The earliest train from Erfurt to Berlin departs at 06:07. And the latest train departs at 20:46.

Which is the best train operator from Erfurt to Berlin?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE , with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Erfurt to Berlin?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Erfurt to Berlin?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Erfurt to Berlin?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Train Erfurt to Berlin from R 300 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Erfurt to Berlin on 26 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	06:07	Erfurt Hbf	2h 14m	08:21	Berlin Hbf	Cheapest
	12:46	Erfurt Hbf	1h 36m	14:22	Berlin Hbf	Fastest
	12:09	Willy-Brandt-Platz	1h 51m	14:00	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	16:09	Willy-Brandt-Platz	8h 6m	00:15	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	06:07	Erfurt Hbf	2h 14m	08:21	Berlin Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Erfurt to Berlin on 27 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	18:09	Willy-Brandt-Platz	1h 51m	20:00	Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	12:46	Erfurt Hbf	1h 36m	14:22	Berlin Hbf	Fastest
	12:09	Willy-Brandt-Platz	1h 51m	14:00	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	18:09	Willy-Brandt-Platz	6h 6m	00:15	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	06:30	Erfurt Hbf	2h 2m	08:32	Berlin Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Erfurt to Berlin on 28 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
18:02	Erfurt Hbf	2h 4m	20:06	Berlin Hbf	Cheapest
12:46	Erfurt Hbf	1h 36m	14:22	Berlin Hbf	Fastest
12:09	Willy-Brandt-Platz	1h 51m	14:00	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
06:30	Erfurt Hbf	2h 2m	08:32	Berlin Hbf	No tags
12:09	Willy-Brandt-Platz	1h 44m	13:53	Berlin Südkreuz	No tags

Next departures from Erfurt to Berlin on 29 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
18:09	Willy-Brandt-Platz	1h 51m	20:00	Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
12:46	Erfurt Hbf	1h 36m	14:22	Berlin Hbf	Fastest
12:09	Willy-Brandt-Platz	1h 51m	14:00	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
06:30	Erfurt Hbf	2h 2m	08:32	Berlin Hbf	No tags
16:09	Willy-Brandt-Platz	1h 51m	18:00	Hauptbahnhof	No tags

Next departures from Erfurt to Berlin on 30 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:07	Erfurt Hbf	2h 14m	08:21	Berlin Hbf	Cheapest
12:46	Erfurt Hbf	1h 36m	14:22	Berlin Hbf	Fastest
12:09	Willy-Brandt-Platz	1h 51m	14:00	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
06:07	Erfurt Hbf	2h 14m	08:21	Berlin Hbf	No tags
14:09	Willy-Brandt-Platz	1h 51m	16:00	Hauptbahnhof	No tags

Next departures from Erfurt to Berlin on 31 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	06:33	Erfurt Hbf	2h 3m	08:36	Berlin Hbf	Cheapest
	12:46	Erfurt Hbf	1h 36m	14:22	Berlin Hbf	Fastest
	10:13	Willy-Brandt-Platz	1h 47m	12:00	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	16:09	Willy-Brandt-Platz	8h 6m	00:15	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	06:33	Erfurt Hbf	2h 3m	08:36	Berlin Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Erfurt to Berlin on 1 February
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	06:33	Erfurt Hbf	2h 1m	08:34	Berlin Hbf	Cheapest
	12:46	Erfurt Hbf	1h 36m	14:22	Berlin Hbf	Fastest
	12:09	Willy-Brandt-Platz	1h 51m	14:00	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	18:09	Willy-Brandt-Platz	6h 6m	00:15	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	No tags
	06:33	Erfurt Hbf	2h 1m	08:34	Berlin Hbf	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Erfurt to Berlin

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Berlin. The journey takes about 1 hour 44 minutes and with fares starting at just R 197, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

19train per day

1h 44mAverage duration

236 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 360 - R 1 028	Average duration7h 20m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 197 - R 1 636	Average duration1h 44m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 199 - R 695	Average duration3h 10m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Erfurt and Berlin?

Erfurt

A
Willy-Brandt-Platz
Willy-Brandt-Platz 1, 99084 Erfurt, Germany

Berlin

A
Spandau
Seegefelder Str. 1, 13597 Berlin, Germany
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B
Hauptbahnhof
Europaplatz 2, 10557 Berlin, Germany
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C
Berlin Ostbahnhof
Am Ostbahnhof 9, 10243 Berlin, Germany
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D
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Masurenallee 6, 14057 Berlin, Germany
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E
Berlin Südkreuz
Hildegard-Knef-Platz, 10829 Berlin, Germany
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F
Alt-Tegel
Karolinenstraße 1F, 13507 Berlin, Germany
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Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.5/513 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

WiFi5

FlixTrain

3/522 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.2

WiFi1.8

FlixBus

3.5/512 150 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

DE train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Erfurt to Berlin by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Erfurt to Berlin?
The cheapest train tickets from Erfurt to Berlin start from R 197. The average price for this train route is around R 522. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Erfurt to Berlin?
The average train journey time from Erfurt to Berlin is 1h 44m, covering a distance of 236 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 36m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Erfurt to Berlin route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 19 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Erfurt to Berlin?
The earliest train from Erfurt to Berlin departs at 06:07. And the latest train departs at 20:46.
Which is the best train operator from Erfurt to Berlin?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Erfurt to Berlin?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Erfurt to Berlin?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Erfurt to Berlin?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

24/01

R 1 200

25/01

R 520

Today

R 401

27/01

R 360

28/01

R 700

29/01

R 550

30/01

R 300

31/01

R 300

The cheapest trip from Erfurt to Berlin was searched and found on 30 Jan 2026 with a price of R 300

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Erfurt to Berlin as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 300 to R 2 819 for a train ticket from Erfurt to Berlin based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 300, which is on 2026-01-30.

Usually Deutsche Bahn ICE will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.